Best Restaurants in Clarksville (2025)

Downtown’s longtime gathering place brews its own beers and turns out pizzas, beer‑cheese starters, and the famous Big Cookie. Reopened after a 2022 fire, it remains an anchor of Franklin Street, with the late‑night Taproom upstairs. Featured by Visit Clarksville and covered by regional news.

A lively downtown brewpub pairing scratch American fare with TN‑sourced beers and an upstairs taproom overlooking the square. Featured in Eater Nashville and frequently recommended for brunch and group hangs.

Set in the city’s former post office, this scratch kitchen leans modern American with global touches from a wood‑fired grill and a strong cocktail program. Highlighted by Eater Nashville and praised by travel writers for patio brunch and date nights.

Woman‑ and veteran‑owned, Yada brings Italian‑inspired cicchetti, house pastas, wood‑fired pizzas, and daytime coffee to a bustling downtown room. Noted by Eater Nashville and Visit Clarksville for its all‑day energy.

A family‑run German bakery‑café since 2000 with schnitzel plates, brats, sourdoughs, and tortes. Tennessee Vacation has spotlighted Silke’s for honoring European traditions while serving a wide range of vegan and gluten‑free options.

This no‑frills gas‑station smokehouse turns out deeply smoky pork, ribs, and coconut cream pie. After rebuilding its smokehouse in 2023, it’s back to full strength. Voted Best BBQ in 2024 by local readers and covered by community news.

Across from Austin Peay since 1965, this cash‑only counter serves classic griddled burgers and the legendary Bun and Cream fried honey‑bun sundae. Visit Clarksville calls it one of the city’s iconic bites.

A locally owned sandwich shop turned hangout with a stage, mini‑arcade, and big personality. Known for playful builds and community events; recognized in recent reader polls for best sandwiches and dining deals.

A longstanding favorite for Northern Indian standards, naan from the tandoor, and a popular Sunday buffet. Local coverage has tracked its return to buffet service and continuing role as a date‑night pick.

Clarksville‑native owners fire neo‑Neapolitan pies with quality toppings and a devoted following at this family operation. Frequently voted among the city’s best for pizza and known for neighborhood‑minded service.

A whimsical tea lounge offering seasonal tea flights and a three‑tiered spread of savory, spread, and sweet bites. Profiled by local media and listed by the tourism board; a calm, daytime way to taste Clarksville’s creative side.

Part brunch destination, part live‑music bar and grill, Dock 17 serves big‑flavor burgers, brisket, and a locally loved weekend menu. Recognized in recent reader awards and listed by the city’s tourism office.